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GOVERNMENT - Bill Introductions Newsletter for 2024-11-17 ( 71 items )  
Del. Moylan Introduces Bill on Eligibility for Essential Air Service Guam, Northern Mariana Islands (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Del. James Moylan, R-Guam, introduced legislation on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9407. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to except from certain requirements relating to eligibility for essential air service Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Del. Gregorio Sablan, D-N.M. * * * SECTION 1. Exception for certain loc more ST

Del. Norton Introduces Congress Leads by Example Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., introduced the "Congress Leads by Example Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9420. A bill to amend the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to provide enhanced enforcement authority for occupational safety and health protections applicable to the legislative branch, to provide whistleblower protections and other antidiscrimination protections for employees of the legislative branch, and for oth more ST

Del. Sablan Introduces Bill to Require Payments to Contractors for Subcontracting With Pacific Insular Area Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Del. Gregorio Sablan, D-N.M., introduced legislation on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9453. A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to require payments to contractors for subcontracting with Pacific Insular Area concerns, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Del. Amata Radewagen, R-A.S. * * * SECTION 1. Payments to contractors for subcontracting with Pacific Insular Area concern more ST

Rep. Adams Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Black Breastfeeding Week (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced a resolution on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Res. 1416. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25, 2024, through August 31, 2024, as "Black Breastfeeding Week"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J. * * * Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25, 2024, through Aug more ST

Rep. Arrington Introduces Bill on Land, Water Conservation Fund (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced legislation on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9430. A bill to amend title 54, United States Code, to prohibit the acquisition of land, water, or an interest in land or water from a private landowner using amounts made available under the Land and Water Conservation Fund; to the Committee on Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Land and Water Conservation Fund acquisition restriction. (a) In  more ST

Rep. Arrington Introduces Bill to Increase Penalties for Breach of Military Base (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced legislation on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9428. A bill to increase the penalties for breach of a military base; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Increasing penalties for breach of military base. Section 1382 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by striking "six months" and inserting "1 year". more ST

Rep. Arrington Introduces Bill to Prohibit Implementation of Land Protection Plan for Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced legislation on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9429. A bill to prohibit the implementation of a Land Protection Plan for Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge; to the Committee on Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Implementation of Land Protection Plan for Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge prohibited. The Secretary of the Interior may not finalize, implement, administer, or enforce the Land Pr more ST

Rep. Arrington Introduces Bill to Provide Briefing on Instance of Attempted Breach of Military Installations (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced legislation on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9395. A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to provide to Congress a briefing on any instance of an attempted breach of certain military installations; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Briefing on instances of attempted breaches of Department of Defense military installations required. more ST

Rep. Arrington Introduces Resolution on Rule on Notice of Implementation of Keeping Families Together Process (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Res. 1420. A resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Secretary of Homeland Security relating to "Notice of implementation of the Keeping Families Together process."; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, Randy Weber, R-Texas, Josh Brecheen, R-Okla., and Brett Guthrie, R-Ky.  more ST

Rep. Arrington Introduces Smitty Check Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced the "Smitty Check Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9396. A bill to direct the Secretary of the Army to provide an annual briefing regarding the accountability of an Army commander to ensure the welfare of personnel under the jurisdiction of such commander; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Smitty Check Act of 2024". SEC. 2 more ST

Rep. Bacon Introduces Hostage Private Debt Tax Freedom Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., introduced the "Hostage Private Debt Tax Freedom Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9431. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income the discharge of indebtedness of certain individuals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be more ST

Rep. Bilirakis Introduces Homeowners Premium Tax Reduction Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., introduced the "Homeowners Premium Tax Reduction Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 9411. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create an above the line deduction for certain homeowners insurance premiums; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Darren Soto, D-Fla. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Homeowners Premium Tax Reduction Act more ST

Rep. Bost Introduces Safeguarding VA's Healthcare Workforce Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill., introduced the "Safeguarding VA's Healthcare Workforce Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9426. A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a pilot program under which the Secretary may fill vacant shifts at medical facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs with non-Department health care providers; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may  more ST

Rep. Bost Introduces Veterans' Mental Health Access Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill., introduced the "Veterans' Mental Health Access Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9427. A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a pilot program to provide grants to outpatient mental health facilities for the provision of culturally competent, evidence-based mental health care for veterans, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. T more ST

Rep. Boyle Introduces Bill to Amend U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016 (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., introduced legislation on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9432. A bill to amend the United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016 to modify the requirements for the time capsule required by such Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Dwight Evans, D-Pa., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Robert B. Aderholt, R-Ala., and Maria Elvira  more ST

Rep. Cammack Introduces Citizen-Only Police Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Fla., introduced the "Citizen-Only Police Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9397. A bill to prohibit Federal funds from being made available to any law enforcement agency that employs an alien as a law enforcement officer, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Citizen-Only Police Act of 2024" or the "COP Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Pro more ST

Rep. Caraveo Introduces Passport Processing Efficiency Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., introduced the "Passport Processing Efficiency Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9398. A bill to prioritize the processing of United States passport applications submitted at in-person appointments at passport agencies or through the mail, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cit more ST

Rep. Ciscomani Introduces Coordinating Care for Senior Veterans & Wounded Warriors Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., introduced the "Coordinating Care for Senior Veterans and Wounded Warriors Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9399. A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a pilot program to coordinate, navigate, and manage care and benefits for veterans enrolled in both the Medicare program and the system of annual patient enrollment of the Department of Veterans Affairs; to the Committee on Ve more ST

Rep. Crow Introduces Healthcare Cybersecurity Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colo., introduced the "Healthcare Cybersecurity Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 9412. A bill to enhance the cybersecurity of the Healthcare and Public Health Sector; to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the commi more ST

Rep. DeGette Introduces Colorado Wilderness Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Diana DeGette, D-Colo., introduced the "Colorado Wilderness Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9400. A bill to designate certain lands in the State of Colorado as components of the National Wilderness Preservation System, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; definition. (a) Short title.--This Act may be cited as the "Colorado Wilderness Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Additions t more ST

Rep. DeSaulnier Introduces Patient Navigation Assistance Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., introduced the "Patient Navigation Assistance Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9446. A bill to provide payment for patient navigator services under title XIX of the Social Security Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Patient Navigation Assistance Act". SEC. 2. Medicaid coverage for patient navigator serv more ST

Rep. Diaz-Balart Introduces Bill on Recitation of 13 Folds of Honor (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., introduced legislation on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9401. A bill to amend title 4, United States Code, to ensure that a funeral honors detail recites the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting a flag of the United States in connection with the death of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. John H. Rutherford, R-Fla. * * * SECTION 1. R more ST

Rep. Dunn Introduces Ending China's Unfair Advantage Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Neal P. Dunn, R-Fla., introduced the "Ending China's Unfair Advantage Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9447. A bill to prohibit funding for the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change until China is no longer defined as a developing country; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a perio more ST

Rep. Fong Introduces NSF AI Education Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Vince Fong, R-Calif., introduced the "NSF AI Education Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9402. A bill to support National Science Foundation education and professional development relating to artificial intelligence, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Ore. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "NSF AI Education Ac more ST

Rep. Fong Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Blood Cancer Awareness Month (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Vince Fong, R-Calif. introduced a resolution on Sept. 3, 2024. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Res. 1421. A resolution supporting the goals of "Blood Cancer Awareness Month"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Kevin Mullin, D-Calif., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., and Jim Costa, D-Calif. * * * Supporting the goals of "Blood Cancer Awareness Month". Whereas blood cancer includes leukem more ST

Rep. Foushee Introduces Expanding AI Voices Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-N.C., introduced the "Expanding AI Voices Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9403. A bill to support a broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community for the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation through partnerships and capacity building at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions to expand AI capacity in populations historically underrepresented  more ST

Rep. Gallego Introduces Bill on Fentanyl Threat Analysis (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., introduced legislation on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9433. A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to conduct a threat analysis of any potential threats the illicit fentanyl drug trade poses to the defense interests of the United States; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Threat analysis regarding fentanyl crisis. more ST

Rep. Gallego Introduces Bill to Establish National Security Council Fentanyl Disruption Steering Group (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., introduced legislation on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9435. A bill to establish a National Security Council Fentanyl Disruption Steering Group, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Intelligence (Permanent Select), the Judiciary, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for cons more ST

Rep. Gallego Introduces Bill to Review on Public-Private Partnerships to Combat Illicit Fentanyl (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., introduced the "XXX" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9434. A bill to direct the heads of certain agencies to review and submit to Congress a report on public-private partnerships for combating the illicit fentanyl trade, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Review and report on public-private partnerships to combat illicit fentanyl. more ST

Rep. Garbarino Introduces Bureau of International Labor Affairs Authorization Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., introduced the "Bureau of International Labor Affairs Authorization Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 9414. A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to establish a community- based flood insurance pilot program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Mich. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. Thi more ST

Rep. Garbarino Introduces Community Flood Coverage Savings Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino, R-N.Y., introduced the "Community Flood Coverage Savings Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 9414. A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to establish a community- based flood insurance pilot program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be  more ST

Rep. Gottheimer Introduces Bill on VA Domiciliary Facilities (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., introduced legislation on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9415. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require that domiciliary facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs and State homes that provide housing to veterans have resident advocates; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Requirement of resident advocate in a domiciliary facility of the Department of Veterans Affairs o more ST

Rep. Gottheimer Introduces Securing Access to Fertility Everywhere Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., introduced the "Securing Access to Fertility Everywhere Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9416. A bill to recognize the right to assisted reproductive technology and to limit liability for certain actions committed during the course of providing assisted reproductive technology; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently de more ST

Rep. Grijalva Introduces Resolution to Recognize 60th Anniversary of Wilderness Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., introduced a resolution on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Res. 1422. A resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Jared Huffman, D-Calif., Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Betty McCollum, D-Minn., Kevin Mullin, D-Calif., Katie Porter, D-Calif., Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., Joe Ne more ST

Rep. Hayes Introduces School Hunger Elimination Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., introduced the "School Hunger Elimination Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9448. A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to improve program requirements, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y., Kevin Mullin, D-Calif., J more ST

Rep. Huizenga Introduces Veterans Suicide Prevention & Care Enhancement Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., introduced the "Veterans Suicide Prevention and Care Enhancement Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9449. A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a list of covered providers that complete annual training on the prevention of suicide among veterans and to make such list available to veterans; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-C more ST

Rep. Kean Introduces Foreign Adversary Investment Prohibition Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J., introduced the "Foreign Adversary Investment Prohibition Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9405. A bill to prohibit Members of Congress from conducting certain financial transactions involving a foreign adversary of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, more ST

Rep. Kean Introduces Home Health Aides for Veterans' Spouses Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J., introduced the "Home Health Aides for Veterans' Spouses Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9404. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide extended care services to spouses of certain veterans; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Home Health Aides for Veterans' Spouses Act". SE more ST

Rep. Khanna Introduces Supporting Peer-Led Efforts to Conduct Thoughtful Research & Understand the Modalities of Autism in Women & Girls Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., introduced the "Supporting Peer-Led Efforts to Conduct Thoughtful Research and Understand the Modalities of Autism in Women and Girls Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9436. A bill to establish a National Science Foundation grant program to provide and strengthen opportunities for peer-led research regarding autism spectrum disorder and its characteristics in women, and for other purposes; to the Committee  more ST

Rep. Larsen Introduces Summer Meals Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., introduced the "Summer Meals Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9406. A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to improve the efficiency of summer meals; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Chris Smith, R-N.J., and Mary Peltola, D-Alaska. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Summer Meals Act of 2024". SEC. 2. S more ST

Rep. Lawler Introduces Early Access to Screening Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "Early Access to Screening Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9417. A bill to amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act and title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to provide no-cost coverage for annual screening mammography beginning at 30 years of age; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently more ST

Rep. Lawler Introduces Partners in Diplomacy Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "Partners in Diplomacy Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9437. A bill to authorize co-location abroad with United States strategic partner countries; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pa. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Partners in Diplomacy Act". SEC. 2. Co-location abroad with United States strategic partn more ST

Rep. Maloy Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Authorize Use of Emancipation Hall in Capitol Visitor Center (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Celeste Maloy, R-Utah, introduced a concurrent resolution on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Con. Res. 127. Concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon; to the Committee on House Administration. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. John R. Curtis, R-Utah, Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, and Burgess Owens, R-Utah. * * * SECTION 1. U more ST

Rep. McClellan Introduces Tobacco User Fee Modernization Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jennifer L. McClellan, D-Va., introduced the "Tobacco User Fee Modernization Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9425. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to authorize tobacco user fee assessments for all regulated tobacco products, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Tobacco User Fee Modernization Act of 2024". SEC.  more ST

Rep. Meng Introduces Resolution to Honor BAPS Hindu-American Community (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Res. 1417. A resolution honoring the BAPS Hindu-American community and the 50th Anniversary of its Mandir in Flushing, New York; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. * * * Honoring the BAPS Hindu-American community and the 50th Anniversary of its Mandir in Flushing, New York. Whereas the Bochansanwasi Akshar Purushottom Swaminarayan San more ST

Rep. Miller-Meeks Introduces No Wrong Door for Veterans Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, introduced the "No Wrong Door for Veterans Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9438. A bill to amend and reauthorize the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Mich., and Jen Kiggans, R-Va. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited  more ST

Rep. Molinaro Introduces Fentanyl Seizure & Health Recovery Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., introduced the "Fentanyl Seizure and Health Recovery Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9439. A bill to authorize proceeds from any sale or any moneys forfeited under the Controlled Substances Act to be used for the Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for more ST

Rep. Moore Introduces Health Out-of-Pocket Expense Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, introduced the "Health Out-of-Pocket Expense Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9394. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reform health provisions, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Bradley Schneider, D-Ill., Adrian Smith, R-Neb., and Raul Ruiz, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short  more ST

Rep. Moran Introduces Securing Enforcement in African Seas Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, introduced the "Securing Enforcement in African Seas Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9440. A bill to require a strategy to increase United States interagency cooperation with partner African countries to counter illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Transportation and Infra more ST

Rep. Moskowitz Introduces Student Loan Interest Cap Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., introduced the "Student Loan Interest Cap Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9441. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to reduce the maximum interest rates for Federal Direct student loans, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Anna P. Luna, R-Fla. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Student Loan I more ST

Rep. Newhouse Introduces Protecting American Agriculture From Foreign Adversaries Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., introduced the "Protecting American Agriculture From Foreign Adversaries Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9442. A bill to amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 and the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 with respect to foreign investments in United States agriculture; to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, and Fin more ST

Rep. Nickel Introduces Single Application for School Safety Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Wiley Nickel, D-N.C., introduced the "Single Application for School Safety Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9418. A bill to permit a single application to be submitted to the COPS Director or BJA Director for the matching grant program for school security; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Single Application for School Safety Act" or the "SASS Act". SEC. 2. Match more ST

Rep. Norcross Introduces Peter McGuire Congressional Gold Medal Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., introduced the "Peter McGuire Congressional Gold Medal Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9419. A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Peter McGuire in recognition of his contributions to the American Labor Movement; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consid more ST

Rep. Ogles Introduces Joint Resolution on Rule on Registry of Nonbank Covered Persons Subject to Certain Agency, Court Orders (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., introduced a joint resolution on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H.J. Res. 201. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Registry of Nonbank Covered Persons Subject to Certain Agency and Court Orders"; to the Committee on Financial Services. * * * Providing for con more ST

Rep. Perez Introduces to Designate Mayor Rob Gordon Post Office (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash., introduced legislation on Aug. 27, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9421. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 108 North Main Street in Bucoda, Washington, as the "Mayor Rob Gordon Post Office"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., Rick Larsen, D-Wash., Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., Cathy McMo more ST

Rep. Pettersen Introduces Recovery Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Colo., introduced the "Recovery Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9422. A bill to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to add a new State plan amendment option to provide medical assistance for certain individuals who are patients in certain institutions for mental diseases; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Recovery Act". more ST

Rep. Pfluger Introduces Provide Rigorous Oversight to Optimize Connectivity & Offset Latency Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, introduced the "Provide Rigorous Oversight to Optimize Connectivity and Offset Latency Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9450. A bill to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the ACCESS BROADBAND Act to provide for improvements to the broadband Deployment Locations Map of the Federal Communications Commission and the broadband infrastructure funding database of the National Telecommunicat more ST

Rep. Porter Introduces Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., introduced the "Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9451. A bill to enhance civil penalties under the Federal securities laws, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Updated civil money penalties for securities laws vi more ST

Rep. Posey Introduces Common Sense Real Estate Consumer Rights Protection Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Bill Posey, R-Fla., introduced the "Common Sense Real Estate Consumer Rights Protection Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9452. A bill to provide antitrust exemptions for State licensed real estate brokers or their salespersons or any trade association to which they may belong regulated and licensed by States; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as "Common Sense Real Estate  more ST

Rep. Ross Introduces Federal & State Food Safety Information Sharing Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Deborah K. Ross, D-N.C., introduced the "Federal and State Food Safety Information Sharing Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9443. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to share food safety information with State, local, Tribal, and Territorial authorities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title.  more ST

Rep. Ruiz Introduces Bill to Amend Reclamation Projects Authorization & Adjustment Act of 1992 (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Calif., introduced legislation on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9444. A bill to amend the Reclamation Projects Authorization and Adjustment Act of 1992 to authorize appropriations for the Salton Sea Research Project; to the Committee on Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Authorization of appropriations. Section 1101(e) of the Reclamation Projects Authorization and Adjustment Act of 1992 (Public Law 102-575; 106 Sta more ST

Rep. Scanlon Introduces Pedestrian Protection Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pa., introduced the "Pedestrian Protection Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9408. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to establish certain safety standards and disclose certain information relating to pedestrians and motor vehicles, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be  more ST

Rep. Scott Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Endometriosis Awareness Month (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. David Scott, D-Ga., introduced a resolution on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Res. 1418. A resolution supporting the designation of March 2024 as Endometriosis Awareness Month; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Nikema Williams, D-Ga., Judy Chu, D-Calif., Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., and Res. Comm Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colo more ST

Rep. Sherrill Introduces DoD Dark Sky Stewardship Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., introduced the "DoD Dark Sky Stewardship Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9409. A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to conduct an audit and analysis of light pollution at certain Department of Defense facilities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "DoD Dark Sky Stewardship Act". SEC. 2. Reduction of light poll more ST

Rep. Sherrill Introduces Safe Military Medical Equipment Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., introduced the "Safe Military Medical Equipment Act" on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9445. A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to replace certain syringes of the Department of Defense; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Safe Military Medical Equipment Act". SEC. 2. Plan for identifying and replacing syringes of concern. more ST

Rep. Slotkin Introduces Protecting Military Bases from Connected Vehicles of Concern Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., introduced the "Protecting Military Bases from Connected Vehicles of Concern Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9454. A bill to prohibit the operation on Department of Defense property of certain vehicles designed, developed, manufactured, or supplied by persons owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction of a foreign entity of concern, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Servic more ST

Rep. Smith Introduces Sami's Law (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., introduced the "Sami's Law" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9423. A bill to require ride-hailing companies to implement an enhanced digital system to verify passengers with their authorized ride-hailing vehicles and drivers; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker,  more ST

Rep. Trahan Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Overdose Awareness Day (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Lori Trahan, D-Mass., introduced a resolution on Aug. 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 14. H. Res. 1419. A resolution supporting the goals of Overdose Awareness Day and strengthening efforts to combat the opioid crisis in the United States; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Susan Wild, D-Pa., Jonathan Jackson, D-Ill., Rick Larsen, D-Wash., Shri Thanedar, D-Mich., Teresa Leger-Fernandez, D-N.M., J more ST

Rep. Velazquez Introduces Inventor Diversity for Economic Advancement Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., introduced the "Inventor Diversity for Economic Advancement Act" on Sept. 3, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 9455. A bill to amend chapter 11 of title 35, United States Code, to require the voluntary collection of demographic information for patent inventors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may  more ST

Rep. Wagner Introduces Gateway Partnership Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Ann Wagner, R-Mo., introduced the "Gateway Partnership Act" on Aug. 23, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 9410. A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Gateway Partnership Act". SEC. more ST

Rep. Williams Introduces Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Nikema Williams, D-Ga., introduced the "Equal Pay for Equal Work Act" on Aug. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 14. H.R. 9424. A bill to establish the National Equal Pay Enforcement Task Force, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall wit more ST